S12EP4: Supermom Missing- Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Release Date: 12/22/2022
S15EP3: Playing God: Amy Carlson and the Love Has Won Cult
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Amy Carlson, the self-proclaimed “Mother God,” spent years convincing followers that she was a divine being preparing for ascension. But when her health deteriorated—suffering from anorexia, alcohol abuse, and alarming physical decline—her devoted followers didn’t step in to save her. Instead, they believed her body was transitioning, waiting for galactic beings to claim her. Dr. Phil unpacks the cult’s disturbing final chapter, from Amy’s frail condition to the bizarre beliefs that ultimately led to her tragic end. With exclusive analysis and expert insights, this episode...
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S15EP2: Playing God: Amy Carlson and the Love Has Won Cult
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Amy Carlson—better known as “Mother God”—appeared on "Dr. Phil" in 2020, about a year before her shocking and tragic end. She claimed to be a 19-billion-year-old divine being with the power to cure diseases. In reality, she was a cult leader who manipulated followers through bizarre beliefs, financial scams, and toxic control. Dr. Phil analyzes "Love Has Won", exposing the group’s disturbing rituals, their leader’s extreme behavior—including consuming alcohol all day—and the astonishing sums they charged for fake miracle cures. From Amy’s delusional claims of reincarnation to...
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S15EP1: Playing God: Amy Carlson and the Love Has Won Cult
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Amy Carlson, better known as "Mother God," started as a spiritually curious mom but became the leader of a notorious cult built on sleep deprivation, forced labor, and financial exploitation. She claimed to be Marilyn Monroe, Joan of Arc, and even Jesus—remembering, in vivid detail, being crucified. But how does someone go from a seemingly ordinary life to believing they are God? And how did it all spiral into one of the most bizarre and tragic cult stories ever told? Join Dr. Phil as he unpacks Amy Carlson’s rise to power, her shocking beliefs, and the eerie final days leading up to her...
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New Season Trailer: Playing God: Amy Carlson and the Love Has Won Cult
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
New Season Trailer: Amy Carlson, better known as "Mother God," started as a spiritually curious mom but became the leader of a notorious cult built on sleep deprivation, forced labor, and financial exploitation. She claimed to be Marilyn Monroe, Joan of Arc, and even Jesus—remembering, in vivid detail, being crucified. But how does someone go from a seemingly ordinary life to believing they are God? And how did it all spiral into one of the most bizarre and tragic cult stories ever told? Join Dr. Phil as he unpacks Amy Carlson’s rise to power, her shocking beliefs, and the eerie final days...
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S14EP3 Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Ted Bundy fooled the world. He wasn’t just a predator—he was an illusion, slipping seamlessly between his public charm and private horrors. In this gripping final chapter of the three-part series, Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster, Dr. Phil unpacks the twisted psychology that allowed Bundy to lead a seemingly normal life while committing acts of pure evil. Survivor Rhonda Stapley revisits her terrifying encounter, sharing the raw truth of what it felt like to look into the eyes of a killer. As Dr. Phil pieces together Bundy’s disturbing duality, one...
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S14E2: Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Part 2: Last week, all signs pointed to Rhonda dying on that picnic table in a secluded Utah canyon. After his brutal attack, Ted Bundy was certain she was either dead or too weak to run. But he was about to learn the hard way—he should never have looked away. This week on Murder and Mystery: Analysis by Dr. Phil, Rhonda Stapley reveals the moment she knew she had to run—and how she survived one of history’s most notorious serial killers. Why did she bury this terrifying secret for decades? And what finally made her change her mind? Through her firsthand testimony, we get a rare glimpse...
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S14EP1: Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
In the premiere episode of "Escaping Ted Bundy: A Survivor Unlocks the Mind of a Monster" Dr. Phil delves into the harrowing story of Rhonda Stapley, who came face-to-face with one of history's most infamous serial killers—Ted Bundy. Through firsthand accounts and expert insights, listeners gain a rare glimpse into the psyche of a true sociopath. Rhonda recounts the terrifying moments when Bundy alternated between strangling her and jolting her awake, exposing his lack of empathy and monstrous nature. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and All Podcast Players. Subscribe and follow...
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S13EP3: The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito | Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil unravels the devastating case of Gabby Petito, shedding light on the hidden dangers of abusive relationships. He explores the emotional, psychological, and physical aspects of abuse and why victims often struggle to leave. In this episode Dr. Phil details Gabby’s disappearance, the discovery of her remains, and Brian Laundrie’s fugitive status, ultimately revealing the chilling admissions in his notebook. Through Gabby’s story, Dr. Phil talks about the pervasive nature of domestic violence and its societal impact. He also shares how Gabby’s family is turning grief into action...
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S13EP2: The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil dives deep into the chilling case of Gabby Petito in this gripping three-part series. From bodycam footage to exclusive interviews with Gabby's family, the show unravels the tragic events leading to her death and the missed signs of abuse that could have changed everything. Mystery and Murder Analysis by Dr. Phil: The Life, Death, and Legacy of Gabby Petito: Subscribe and Follow so you don't miss an episode. Thank you to our sponsors: Tax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit to speak to a strategist for FREE Home Title Lock: Go to and use promo code PHIL to get a...
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Bonus: The Life, Death and Legacy of Gabby Petito: Dr. Phil Exclusive with Park Ranger Ryan Kral
Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil
Dr. Phil exclusive interview with Park Ranger Ryan Kral. One of the officers present at the highly criticized Gabby Petito traffic stop breaks his silence to Dr. Phil. Thank you to our sponsors: Tax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit to speak to a strategist for FREE. Home Title Lock: Go to and use promo code PHIL to get a FREE title history report so you can find out if you’re already a victim AND 14 days of protection for FREE! And make sure to check out the Million Dollar TripleLock protection details when you get there! Exclusions apply. For details visit...
info_outlineSherri Papini Caught in lies? ‘Supermom Missing: Mystery and Murder: Analysis by Dr. Phil’, Part 4: Sherri Papini, a mother of two from Redding, California, disappeared on November 2, 2016 while out jogging about a mile from her home. After missing for three weeks, Papini showed up battered, beaten and chained, claiming she had been tortured by two mysterious female kidnappers.
The story she tells police is horrific and very detailed, but there are certain details she didn’t notice or remember, which investigators say led them to believe she was hiding something. They brought her back in for more questioning and say they found inconsistencies that have them doubting her story.
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